Childrens Advanced Practitioner – CIC – Bury – £37

Ashberry Recruitment; Bury; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority council in Greater Manchester is seeking an experienced Advanced Social Work Practitioner to join the Children in Care Team. This full-time position focuses on supporting children and young people in care, with a hybrid working model. Applicants must have significant experience in this area, relevant qualifications, and clear communication skills. The role offers a £37 rate and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Dedicated experienced Consultant

£250 Referral bonus

Enhanced DBS provision

Qualifications

• Five years of references required, with any gaps explained.
• Enhanced and in date DBS certificate needed.
• Knowledge of service needs essential.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people in care.
• Assist in shaping services for young people.
• Work within a multi-agency setup.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to make good decisions

Ability to work alone and in teams

Competent IT skills

Education

DIPSW or equivalent qualification in Social Work

Social Work England registration

Job description

Children’s Advanced Practitioner
Team: CIC
Location: Bury
Rate: £37
Details:
Job Title: Advanced Social Work Practitioner – Children in Care Team (CASS)
Location: Bury, Greater Manchester
Contract: Full-time, minimum two months with potential for extension
Working Pattern: Hybrid, with a minimum of three days per week based in the office

Bury Council is seeking to recruit an experienced and committed Advanced Social Work Practitioner to join our Children in Care Team (CASS). This is a full-time position offered for a minimum of two months, with the possibility of extension depending on service requirements.

We are looking for a practitioner with significant experience working within a Looked After Children’s Team. The successful candidate will be passionate about supporting children and young people in care, helping them to achieve the best possible outcomes and transition successfully into adulthood. You will be part of a vibrant and supportive team, where your skills and dedication will be highly valued.

This role is central to Bury’s ongoing transformation of children’s services. We are committed to doing things differently and improving the lives of our young people. As an Advanced Social Work Practitioner, you will play a key role in shaping the services we are developing and will be provided with the tools and resources needed to carry out your role effectively.

Applicants must be able to provide five years of references, with any gaps in employment history fully explained. All relevant qualifications and experience will be assessed in line with the job description and person specification.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and have the experience and commitment we are looking for, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Hybrid Working, minimum 3 days per week office based.

Office Use: 000A 3C57 / 1

Ashberry Recruitment would ask that applicants meet the following:

• DIPSW or equivalent qualification in Social Work
• Social Work England registration
• Enhanced and in date DBS certificate.
• Excellent communication skills and be able to make good decisions based on information available.
• Can work alone and within/contribute to a team/multi-agency set ups
• Possess knowledge of service needs.
• Competent IT skills and be able to navigate electronic file/recording systems.
• Can write clear, concise, and robust assessment/reports/files.
• Have a flexible approach to work and working hours when the need arises

Why Ashberry?

• Dedicated experienced Consultant providing the ultimate support through your job search
• Friendly compliance team to guide you through the registration and placement process
• Provides your essential Enhanced DBS
• £250 Referral bonus.